Words of Joy offers speech-language therapy in private schools, preschools, and child care centers within the Blairsville, GA area.
With services provided in-house, that's one less trip in your day. No waiting lists too!
Evaluations
We facilitate formal and informal assessments to determine the presence or absence of a speech or language disorder. ​
Individual Therapy
We provide individualized speech therapy services with your child's specific goals in mind.​​
Caregiver Support
We provide training and home exercise programs to help your child improve and maintain skills beyond therapy sessions.
Therapist- an Agent of Healing
From the Greek word, therapeia, which means curing & healing
Hi, I’m Kim!
When I was a child, I could not produce correct speech sounds. Since I knew I sounded different when speaking, I was hesitant to speak at all. My voice was hidden. When a Speech Therapist helped me learn to speak correctly, my errors were corrected and my confidence while speaking grew. To this day, I’m thankful for the intervention of a speech therapist in my life. If it wasn't for her help, I would be saying "wuds of joy" instead of Words of Joy. I hope to help children strengthen their voice, confidence, and skills when speaking. Educating and empowering caregivers to ensure a child’s speech-language growth and their healing is my deep desire.
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Interests: reading, exercise, and learning about holistic & emotional health
Joys: my children, the beach, Immanuel Approach, herbal teas, nature, and painting
Education: Bachelor of Science- Elementary Education-Charleston Southern University. Master of Science-Communication Sciences & Disorders- Medical University of South Carolina.
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Work Experience: Preschool, Primary, Elementary, Middle and High Schools in South Carolina. Private Practice Owner.
Testimonial
Kim Martin is simply an amazing therapist. She worked with my daughter for a year. Kim has an incredible knowledge and passion for her profession. Most importantly, she has an undeniable love for her students, making her a blessing to all the families she serves.
- Homeschooling Mom in Charleston, SC
FAQ section
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1. Do you bill insurance?
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Currently, we are private pay only. A superbill, which is an itemized form that reflects services rendered, can be provided. It can be submitted to insurance (by parent/caregiver) for reimbursement of services that are paid out of pocket.
2. What questions can I ask my insurance to utilize my out-of-network benefits?
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What are my out-of-network benefits for speech and language therapy?
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Is there an amount or percentage that I will be reimbursed for speech therapy?
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Do I have an out-of-network deductible that must be met before reimbursement?
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Have I contributed toward that deductible yet?
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What is the easiest and most efficient way to submit a superbill from my speech therapist?
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How long will it take for me to receive reimbursement?
3. How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
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see American Speech-Language- Hearing Association guidelines below
4. What is the No Surprises Act?
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see below
